Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Damascus to discuss regional developments and bilateral relations with Syrian officials, following a public sermon by Iran’s supreme leader vowing to support Hezbollah and Hamas. In Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes targeted southern Beirut, leading to the suspension of work at four hospitals and the displacement of over 1.2 million people. The attacks have left at least 2,000 dead in a year of fighting between Israel and Hezbollah. In Gaza, at least 41,802 people have been killed in Israeli military strikes since last October. The conflict escalated with Hezbollah targeting northern Israel and ongoing clashes near Lebanon’s southern border. The US carried out strikes in Yemen against Houthi rebels, with no UK involvement reported. UK-chartered flights are evacuating British nationals from Lebanon, where over 250 have already left. The conflict continues to escalate, with multiple casualties reported on both sides. Israeli raids in the West Bank have led to detentions, while funerals were held for those killed in an airstrike on a refugee camp. The international community is calling for de-escalation and humanitarian access to affected areas. Joe Biden expressed concerns over the impact of the conflict on US politics, urging Israel to avoid targeting Iran’s oil facilities. The situation in the Middle East remains volatile, with no immediate resolution in sight.
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